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Thursday, April 2, 2015

Light it Up Blue for Autism Awareness Blog Hop

This hop was organized by Autism Moms and Blackbelt Cardmakers Veronica Zalis and Tenia Nelson. They put the idea out on Facebook a few weeks ago and got over 200 participants and a whole lot of sponsors! So first I'll share my Autism story, then the card I made, then my blog candy, then I'll link you back to Veronica who's got the master list of hoppers and sponsors.

This is my little boy Willie. He tolerates grocery shopping because of this aisle right here :) We recognized there was a problem when he was 18 months old and not imitating or making attempts to talk. Once we started the process it was meetings, evaluations, and the awful waiting for the appointment with the developmental pediatrician to get the diagnosis. Getting the diagnosis is horrible, but it opens the door to services and slowly but surely you see progress. Currently he is in first grade in an Autistic Support classroom in a public school. It's an ABA program (Applied Behavior Analysis). He's still non verbal and using an iPad with the ProLoQuo2go app as a communication device. This picture was taken awhile ago. He no longer rides in the cart and wears the iPad messenger bag style.

So on to the card!

Building around the blue theme for Autism Awareness Day I wanted to use this clipboard die. In Willie's classroom they are taking data all day and the kids move from one thing to the next with their clipboards. I think I will make a variation of this card at the end of the school year as a teacher thank you!

Blog candy - stamps!!!

I'm giving away the Technique Tuesday Real Story stamp set. I will do a random draw from comments left here. Since this is such a big hop I'll keep the comments open for 2 weeks, ending 4/16. I'll announce the winner here on my blog and also email the winner, so if I can't click through to you from your comment please let me know how to find you.

Now please head back to Veronica and check out all of the great sponsors and of course the other hoppers. You will find many great cards and even more blog candy!

Laura, thanks for sharing your family's story and helping raise awareness through this blog hop! I really enjoy seeing your pictures of Willie and hearing about the progress he is making. And thanks for being on the Technique Tuesday creative team and making so many great projects with our products.

Laura, thanks for sharing your family's story and helping raise awareness through this blog hop! I really enjoy seeing your pictures of Willie and hearing about the progress he is making. And thanks for being on the Technique Tuesday creative team and making so many great projects with our products.

I was delighted to find this blog hop in aid of Autism as our 8yo son has low spectrum autism. He is a wonderful boy, much loved by many. Your card is brilliant! Thank you to all the sponsors for supporting this cause.

Loved hearing your story and delighting in your card!! It is every mother's dream that our children will REACH FOR THE STARS - Thank you for this awesome post and for your thought-provoking card!!Thanks so much for participating and supporting this hop!! I hope you have a REALLY GREAT day!!!

First off. Willie is so cute. I salute you for all the work you do. I know as a mom it is already a big job. But you have a bigger one. Let it be known. I am proud of you. Your card is very fun and an awesome idea. Thanks for taking part in this hop and inspiring me in more ways than just crafting.

Willie is adorable! I loved reading your story. My kids have made amazing progress but man I wish the iPad had been around in the early years before they were able to communicate (probably would have ended up being bitten fewer times, lol)That card couldn't be more perfect, truly. Rock on, fellow autism mom!

Your Willie is so cute and nice boy as I see on the pictureyour card is funtasticsweet simple and full of great embellishementand so sweet of you giving away your blog candy dear Laura..Lovely post..AWESOME CARD YOU MADE TOOhugs, Monika (I love and proud to join this hop and hope you like to hop back to my card it is #155)

First of all, Willie is adorable. I can only tolerate grocery shopping when candy is involved, too! (Really. I always get a Snickers while standing in line.) Your card is beautiful as usual.that dark blue is lovely.

Your little guy looks like an absolute character with tons of amazing personality. Thanks so much for sharing your story with us! Your card is just amazing with that great faux-clipboard and I LOVE the sentiment.

Thank you for sharing your story, and posting the picture of Willie, he looks like a great kid.Great card ! And I'm sure the teacher will be so happy with one looking like this !Happy Easter weekend for all of you !

Willie is such a handsome little Dude-and so lucky to have a Mom that is guiding him to Reach for the Stars! Your clipboard card is just oh so cute and would be perfect for his teacher as is! ♥ Sue Kment

I saw you at the Light It Up for Autism Awareness hop and came over to take a closer look.Your little guy is adorable. Thanks for sharing your story and your wonderful card. Thanks for helping to raise Autism Awareness.Crafty hugs,DawnDesignsbyDragonfly {blogspot}

Thank you so much for sharing your story with us and your lovely card. I have an Aspy daughter and we, too, noticed she was different...really different...early on. Hugs and prayers for you as you guide your amazing son through to the future. We are in this together, friend.

Thank you, also, for the opportunity to win some lovely blog candy!!!<3 J

Thank you for sharing your story and the sweet photo of your Willie! Love your clipboard card with such an inspiring sentiment and design. My adult son is on the spectrum as well and it has been a difficult journey at times. Hugs to you!

What a sweet boy and a lovely mommy! You are lucky to have each other, so much understanding and love. I love your card! The sentiment is perfect! Thanks for taking the time to spread Autism Awareness!